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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,127 sqft
Price per Sqft $328
Subdivision Highlands
MLS Listing ID GC538853
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1934
Annual Tax Amount $12,562
Lot Size 0.640 Acres
Acres 0.64
Lot Dimensions 240x150
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
Step inside to discover original hardwood floors, crystal doorknobs, abundant natural light, and a stunning marble fireplace that serves as a beautiful focal point of the home. The thoughtfully updated chef's kitchen features stone countertops, extensive cabinetry, a generous pantry, and modern conveniences while remaining true to the home's historic character. Updated bathrooms add to the home's comfort, while the bright sunroom with terracotta tile floors offers an inviting place to read, work, or simply enjoy views of the surrounding gardens.
Outside, the property unfolds into a series of distinctive garden spaces designed to be explored and enjoyed. A private courtyard creates a peaceful setting for morning coffee or evening gatherings, while winding paths meander through an English-style garden filled with azaleas, jasmine, camellias, ferns, and agapanthus. Around one corner, discover a charming teak gazebo with bench swings; around another, open lawn areas invite garden parties, outdoor dining, or a return to the simple pleasure of lawn games beneath the trees.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of cardinals, blue jays, and woodpeckers in a setting that feels worlds away from the city, yet is approximately a 10-minute walk to downtown Gainesville, with its restaurants, shops, nightlife, and the Hippodrome Theatre.
The Thomas House offers more than historic beauty. Significant updates include a 2022 dimensional-shingle roof, repiped plumbing, an updated chef's kitchen, and updated bathrooms. A 2026 4-Point Inspection Report is available upon request.
Rich in architectural detail and Gainesville history, the Thomas House and Gardens offers a rare opportunity to become the next steward of a truly special property—combining historic elegance, modern improvements, expansive gardens, and an exceptional Duckpond location.
Location
State FL
County Alachua
Community Highlands
Area 32601 - Gainesville
Zoning RSF3
Rooms
Other Rooms Den/Library/Office
Interior
Interior Features Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Thermostat
Heating Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Wood
Fireplaces Type Family Room
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace true
Appliance Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Private Yard
Parking Features Driveway, On Street
Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
View Y/N No
Water Access No
View Garden
Roof Type Shingle
Porch Covered, Screened, Side Porch
Attached Garage false
Exposure Southwest
Garage false
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot, Historic District, City Limits, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Oversized Lot
Story 1
Entry Level One
Foundation Crawlspace
Lot Size Range 1/2 to less than 1
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Block
New Construction false
Schools
Middle Schools Westwood Middle School-Al
High Schools Gainesville High School-Al
Others
Senior Community No
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition None
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